First, you need to brush up on your high school skills. That means some studying. You need to find a program that will work for you…something that will really help you learn. Some people study out of GED preparation books, and you can find some books and the reviews in the GED bookstore at http://www.passged.com/book_store.php.

For many people, books aren’t enough. There are probably classes or programs in your area that can help. Check with your local community college or adult education programs. If you’re not sure where those programs are, try calling the local high school and talking to a counselor to find out.

We think that a really great option is studying at home using an online computer program… that’s why we started the GED Academy at http://www.passged.com. The GED Academy program includes books, practice tests, and online lessons that you can see and hear, that you can study as much as you want whenever you want, until you get it.

Speaking of practice tests… that’s the next step. Definitely take a practice test. Take one before you start studying to find out what areas you need to study, and take one after you’ve studied to make sure you’re ready for the test. Practice tests are great preparation. They show you what the real test will be like, so you’ll be more comfortable and confident.

The last step is simple: find a test center near you with the GED test center locator at http://www.acenet.edu/resources/GED/center_locator.cfm, register for the test, and take it. If you’re prepared, you’ll pass… it’s that simple!